Meaning of the word receptive in English
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receptive
US /rɪˈsep.tɪv/
UK /rɪˈsep.tɪv/
Adjective
1.
willing to consider or accept new suggestions and ideas
Example:
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The manager was very receptive to our new proposals.
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She is always receptive to constructive criticism.
2.
(of a person or animal) able to receive stimuli
Example:
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The patient's brain was still receptive to light stimuli.
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Certain cells are more receptive to specific hormones.
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